American · easy

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Name: Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 oz Elbow Macaroni; 1 head Cauliflower (1 head, cut into florets); 3/4 cup Whole Milk; 8 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded; 1/2 tsp Mustard Powder; 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Ultra-creamy mac and cheese with a full head of cauliflower pureed into the cheese sauce.

35 min
Total: 4
Serves: $6.50
Est. cost: 410
Cal/serving

Dietary, as tagged

Vegetarian
Kid-friendly

Parent noteCauliflower is pureed into the cheese sauce until completely smooth. Kids can't taste it or see it.

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Ingredients

Elbow Macaroni12 oz
Cauliflower (1 head, cut into florets)1 head
Whole Milk3/4 cup
Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded8 oz
Mustard Powder1/2 tsp
Garlic Powder1/2 tsp
Salt1/2 tsp
Black Pepper1/4 tsp

Method

01
Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02
Meanwhile, steam cauliflower florets until very tender, about 8 minutes.
03
Transfer steamed cauliflower to a blender with milk, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth.
04
Pour cauliflower puree into a large pot over medium heat. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
05
Add cooked pasta and stir to coat. Serve hot.

410
Calories: 20g
Protein: 48g
Carbs: 16g
Fat